How To Fix J3RFVAT022 - Tax category of G/L account & is not an output tax account

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3RFVAT -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Tax category of G/L account & is not an output tax account

What causes this issue?

The tax category of the G/L account &V& is not defined as <LS>Output Tax
Account</> (>).

System Response

The system does not allow you to post the VAT document.

How to fix this error?

Check your master data settings for the G/L account. You must select
<LS>Output Tax Account </>(>) for the tax category.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3RFVAT022 - Tax category of G/L account & is not an output tax account ?

  The SAP error message J3RFVAT022 typically indicates an issue with the tax category configuration for a General Ledger (G/L) account in the context of VAT (Value Added Tax) processing. This error usually arises when the system expects a G/L account to be configured as an output tax account, but it is not set up correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect G/L Account Configuration: The G/L account in question is not marked as an output tax account in the tax category settings.
  Tax Code Issues: The tax code being used in the transaction may not be compatible with the G/L account due to incorrect settings.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type may not align with the expected tax treatment for the G/L account.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for the vendor or customer may not be set up correctly, leading to the use of an inappropriate G/L account.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check G/L Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the G/L account master data (transaction code FS00).
  Verify that the account is set up as an output tax account. This can be done by checking the tax category in the account settings.
  Ensure that the account is assigned to the correct tax type (output tax).
  
  
  
  Review Tax Code Settings:
  
  Check the tax code configuration (transaction code OB40) to ensure it is correctly linked to the G/L account.
  Make sure that the tax code is set up to post to an output tax account.
  
  
  
  Validate Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type being used is appropriate for the G/L account and tax code combination.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the vendor or customer master data to ensure that the correct tax category is assigned.
  Make sure that the relevant tax information is correctly maintained in the master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your configuration and business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like FS00 (G/L Account Master), OB40 (Tax Code), and others that may be relevant for tax configuration.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error is resolved and that the tax is calculated correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP FI (Financial Accounting) for further assistance.